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What Should I Study to Work at Nestlé?

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11 November 2026
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Thinking about a career at Nestlé but not sure what to study? The good news is there’s no single pathway.

Behind brands like KitKat, MILO, NESCAFÉ and Purina are careers spanning business, engineering, science, supply chain, technology and more.

Business, Marketing or Commerce

You might like this if you enjoy big ideas, solving problems, working with people and understanding what makes consumers tick which could lead to careers in:

  • Marketing and Sales
  • Finance
  • Supply Chain
  • Human Resources

Engineering

You might like this if you’re curious, hands-on and enjoy finding smarter ways to make things work which could take you into:

  • Manufacturing and Production
  • Engineering
  • Automation
  • Sustainability

Food Science, Nutrition or Science

You might like this if you love food, enjoy science and are curious about what goes into creating great products across:

  • Food Technology
  • Quality
  • Product Development
  • Nutrition and R&D

Technology, Data or Analytics

You might like this if you enjoy problem-solving, spotting patterns and using technology to make things better. You could explore:

  • IT and Digital
  • Data and Analytics
  • Automation
  • Business Technology

Not sure yet? That’s okay! 😊

Your degree is only one part of your career story. Casual jobs, volunteering, sport, internships and extracurricular activities can all help you build valuable skills too.

Rather than having everything figured out, start by asking:

  1. What am I interested in?
  2. What am I good at?
  3. What would I like to learn more about?

There are plenty of ways to start building your career at Nestlé, from internships and apprenticeships through to the NextGen Graduate Program – you can check out more information here.

Your first career choice doesn’t need to be your last. Stay curious, explore your options and see where they could take you.

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